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checkbit · « **Reply #20 on:** August 07, 2014, 07:26:23 PM »

That sounds like the perfect plan to me, Chris. Thanks. I'm looking forward to learning everything I can about this sport.

popedandy · « **Reply #21 on:** August 07, 2014, 07:49:18 PM »

I put a PG2 kit in my Blackhawk Elite a few weeks back and all I used for a spring compressor was a long pipe clamp and a block of wood. That was with the barrel removed from the action. The pipe clamp itself did not provide quite enough compression, so I compressed the spring a little bit by hand and slipped the block of wood in between the end of the spring and the clamp, if that makes any sense.

longhunter · « **Reply #22 on:** August 07, 2014, 08:01:10 PM »

Chris, first off let me extend my condolences to you and your family. I lost my father a year ago, last January, and my mother just this past spring, so, I know what you and your family are going through. Best thing I've found is to remember the good times and try not to concentrate on the loss.

And, yes, that is part number 35 that I was referring to. If you get a vortek kit, you will remove.that part altogether.

UCChris · « **Reply #23 on:** August 07, 2014, 08:28:59 PM »

Buckle up checkbit, it is incredibly fun, but it will drain your wallet! I wasn't planning on getting this rifle at all. I saw the deal, searched for a discount code, and bought it. Fastest I've ever spent $50.

Thanks for the information Dave. I'm going to build something a little more permanent.

Thank you Scott. This is the only forum I've ever seen where members actually care how other members are doing. Logging into chat is like going to the family reunion. Thank you again.

I hadn't thought about what parts I'll be replacing. Besides the breech seals, what parts am I replacing? Obviously I'm replacing the spring, but parts like part no. 35 that just get removed?

Anyway, thanks to all of you! I'm excited to get the rifle. AGD ships from Utah from what I've heard so I should have it real quick.

EDIT: The rifle is scheduled to arrive today! Since my girlfriend decided she needed space, my Friday nights are open! Break in happening in T-10 hours!

UCChris · « **Reply #24 on:** August 08, 2014, 05:49:25 PM »

It's here!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! OHMYGOSHOHMYGOSHOHMYGOSH!!!!!!!!!!!!

Ahem... It has arrived. It's loud, and sprays like a shotgun, but I love it. Pictures coming after I get off work.

silent_airman · « **Reply #25 on:** August 08, 2014, 06:59:25 PM »

Quote from: UCChris on August 08, 2014, 05:49:25 PM

It's here!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! OHMYGOSHOHMYGOSHOHMYGOSH!!!!!!!!!!!!

Ahem... It has arrived. It's loud, and sprays like a shotgun, but I love it. Pictures coming after I get off work.

A diamond in the rough!

UCChris · « **Reply #26 on:** August 08, 2014, 07:36:48 PM »

Hopefully! I'm on break, but I don't remember working! I can't wait to get into this rifle!

FrozenVapors · « **Reply #27 on:** August 08, 2014, 07:49:04 PM »

Yaaayyyyy! This is very exciting!! Pics!!

UCChris · « **Reply #28 on:** August 08, 2014, 08:10:40 PM »

Quote from: FrozenVapors on August 08, 2014, 07:49:04 PM

Yaaayyyyy! This is very exciting!! Pics!!

Remember the whole "pics after I get back from work" part?!

Tommy · « **Reply #29 on:** August 08, 2014, 08:30:41 PM »

Aint it great to have an excuse to shoot that Hawk all weekend?
Have a good time and dont get frustrated. It will get better. My Blackhawk really likes the destroyers Go figure
Hope all is well
Tommy

UCChris · « **Reply #30 on:** August 08, 2014, 09:05:43 PM »

Grrr! Girlfriend called while I was on my break. Wants to talk after work.

I will come back for you Blackhawk...

TooJung2Die · « **Reply #31 on:** August 08, 2014, 09:20:27 PM »

Quote from: UCChris on August 08, 2014, 09:05:43 PM

Grrr! Girlfriend called while I was on my break. Wants to talk after work.

I will come back for you Blackhawk...

She probably thinks you're spending too much time with your air rifles and ignoring her.

FrozenVapors · « **Reply #32 on:** August 08, 2014, 09:27:10 PM »

Hehehehe! This makes me laugh! I didn't even tell my fiance that I bought my scope yet! Guess maybe she'll be wondering where our money is :/

UCChris · « **Reply #33 on:** August 08, 2014, 09:35:24 PM »

Quote from: TooJung2Die on August 08, 2014, 09:20:27 PM

Quote from: UCChris on August 08, 2014, 09:05:43 PM
Grrr! Girlfriend called while I was on my break. Wants to talk after work.

I will come back for you Blackhawk...

She probably thinks you're spending too much time with your air rifles and ignoring her.

There's just something about my China dolls...

(XS12 and BHE)

UCChris · « **Reply #34 on:** August 09, 2014, 12:16:54 AM »

Ok, the girlfriend is appeased and I have turned my attention back to my BHET (Blackhawk Elite Tactical) Here is the moment we have all been waiting for! Not really, it got dark so the photos are crappy, so I will take better ones tomorrow.

I really, really hope this thing quiets down with a tune. It is a blast to shoot, but it is loud!

gashinshotan · « **Reply #35 on:** August 09, 2014, 01:00:04 AM »

I held that gun in my hands at walmart - feels nice right, like you want to point it at something.... Man I was so close to getting it several times haha. Maybe when there's a gas piston version I'll jump on it.

UCChris · « **Reply #36 on:** August 09, 2014, 01:57:20 AM »

That's the only thing I don't like. I wish there was a gas ram kit for the 34 and clones. But I'm told it can be made into a sweet shooter with a tune and that PG2 kit.

checkbit · « **Reply #37 on:** August 09, 2014, 02:10:43 AM »

Even after a thorough barrel cleaning, the first shot with my Surge sounded like a .32. Then a handful of 7.4gr pellets went supersonic after that but she settled down a bit after a couple of dozen rounds.

UCChris · « **Reply #38 on:** August 09, 2014, 09:34:25 AM »

Thanks for the info Brady! I am at work (baggy eyed and droopy tailed) until noon thirty today. I will get some more pellets downrange afterwards. I'm starting my compressor today!

FrozenVapors · « **Reply #39 on:** August 09, 2014, 11:17:07 AM »

If I remember correctly, the RWS 34 Magnum is the same as the Ruger Magnum (1400+fps model) can you not use the same powerplant

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